The Maranatha Charitable Foundation
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation was a private foundation based in Oceanside, California. Its 2020 Form 990-PF is marked as its final return: the filing states that the foundation liquidated its remaining assets, distributed cash grants to public charities, dissolved the corporation, and would cease to exist. It therefore appears to have wound down and stopped grantmaking.
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Maranatha Charitable Foundation gave $1.2M across 10 grants in 2020 (avg $121K), top state North Carolina. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $1,205,000
- Grants made (2020)
- 10
- Average grant
- $120,500
- Median grant
- $67,500
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (44% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Maranatha Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; its filing says it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. The filing lists a written request outlining the use of funds if received and restricts distributions to Christian organizations. These are filing instructions, not a current application process, because the foundation filed a final return and stated that it would cease to exist.
- Review Cycle
- The filing lists year-end for grants written January 1 through December 31. This is not a current deadline.
- Deadline
- The filing lists year-end for grants written January 1 through December 31.
- Contact
Application contact: David W Kohout
Mailing address: 100 Sportsfisher Dr 303, Oceanside, CA 92054
Phone: (760) 688-6081
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Maranatha Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Christian Missionary Alliance ($330K). Together the top 10 received $1.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 10 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2020 grants went to organizations in North Carolina (44% of grant dollars), Colorado (27%), Minnesota (12%), Idaho (8%), and Texas (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 10 grants totaling $1.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Missionary Alliance Colorado Springs, CO | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $330,000 |
| Samaritans Purse Boone, NC | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $270,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn Charlotte, NC | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $260,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship Foundation Nampa, ID | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $100,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators International Inc Dallas, TX | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $100,000 |
| Love Inc Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $35,000 |
| Praise FM Osakis, MN | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $35,000 |
| Regeneration Center Alexandria, MN | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $35,000 |
| Titus 2 Ministry Center Alexandria, MN | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $35,000 |
| Oasis World Ministries Maple Grove, MN | Unrestricted gift to be used for general charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $103,599 | $1,224,413 | $1,205,000 | 10 | $99,079 | $19,798 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Maranatha Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing states that it distributed grants to support its exempt purpose and that distributions were exclusively for Christian organizations. The filing does not state a separate mission.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the kinds of organizations it supported. Samaritan’s Purse describes itself as an evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine. Wycliffe Bible Translators International says it contributes to the holistic transformation of peoples through Bible translation and compassionate services. Oasis World Ministries describes a focus on outreach through festivals, training, and social-needs projects.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation gave $1,205,000 through 10 grants. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $330,000, with a median of $67,500. The filing describes the grants as unrestricted gifts for the recipient organizations’ general charitable purposes.
Notable 2020 grants included $330,000 to Christian Missionary Alliance, $270,000 to Samaritan’s Purse, $260,000 to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, $100,000 to Mission Aviation Fellowship Foundation, and $100,000 to Wycliffe Bible Translators International. Other listed recipients included Love INC, Praise FM, Regeneration Center, and Titus 2 Ministry Center, each receiving $35,000, and Oasis World Ministries, which received $5,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists David W Kohout as director and president, Anne Vander Haar as director and secretary, and Chuck Kohout as director and vice president.
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation is led by David W. Kohout, Director & President on the 2020 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
David W. Kohout
Director & President
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anne Vander Haar
Director & Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chuck Kohout
Director & Vice President
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Maranatha Charitable Foundation
How much does The Maranatha Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation gave $1.2M across 10 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $67,500, and its average grant was $120,500, across 10 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Maranatha Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's top state is North Carolina, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Colorado (27%) and Minnesota (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Alexandria, MN (2 grants).
Does The Maranatha Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Christian Missionary Alliance ($330,000), Samaritans Purse ($270,000) and Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn ($260,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The Maranatha Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing states that it distributed grants to support its exempt purpose and that distributions were exclusively for Christian organizations. The filing does not state a separate mission. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Maranatha Charitable Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; its filing says it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Maranatha Charitable Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Maranatha Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Maranatha Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-0919947. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Maranatha Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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